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Food retailers prepare for the impact of Philadelphia’s new beverage tax

Retailers are expecting many angry customers once the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, spearheaded by Mayor Jim Kenney, takes effect on January 1. The 1.5 cents per ounce tax will cause many products to double in price, putting a financial strain on many consumers. “Items such as juice drinks, sodas, teas, sports drinks and fountain sodas will […]